Speaker(s):
Hartenstein, Jaimee, Ph.D, CFLE
Presentation:
Women in recovery are a unique population with varying experiences. In a group setting establishing a safe space is vital to the experience of the women in the group. A facilitator of a group has an opportunity to be transparent with the group and utilize various techniques to establish a safe space. Empowerment is one component of recovery and helping the women to feel empowered and share their voice is one aspect of recovery. Techniques and opportunities used by the facilitator as well as activities with the group are one way the group can begin to feel empowered. Presenters will share from their experience how this blend of interventions works in real practice. This approach meets the unique needs of building peer relationships for collaboration and continued emphasis on trustworthiness and empowerment for women in recovery.
Objectives:
- Provide perspectives on approaches to facilitating groups for women in recovery.
- Gain an understanding of establishing and facilitating a safe space for women in recovery.
- Discuss techniques to utilize with women in recovery to build empowerment.
- Exploring opportunities to empower and give a voice to women in recovery groups.